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Quick Math Tricks StudyPack

This study pack provides quick math tricks and shortcuts for aptitude tests and competitive exams, including methods for multiplying by 11, squaring numbers ending in 5, and estimating percentages. Each trick is illustrated with examples to enhance understanding and speed in calculations. The pack serves as a revision tool to improve accuracy and efficiency in timed assessments.

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Quick Math Tricks StudyPack

This study pack provides quick math tricks and shortcuts for aptitude tests and competitive exams, including methods for multiplying by 11, squaring numbers ending in 5, and estimating percentages. Each trick is illustrated with examples to enhance understanding and speed in calculations. The pack serves as a revision tool to improve accuracy and efficiency in timed assessments.

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Quick Math Tricks for Exams

This study pack contains quick math tricks and shortcuts commonly used in aptitude tests,
competitive exams, and timed assessments. Each trick is explained with examples so learners can
save time and improve accuracy.

Multiplying by 11
To multiply a two-digit number by 11: write the first and last digit, then insert their sum in the middle.
Example: 32 × 11 → 3 (3+2) 2 = 352.

Squaring Numbers Ending in 5


If a number ends in 5, its square always ends in 25. Multiply the first digit(s) by the next higher
number, then append 25. Example: 35² = (3×4) & 25 = 1225.

Percentage Trick
x% of y = y% of x. Use whichever is easier. Example: 8% of 50 = 50% of 8 = 4.

Divisibility by 9
If the sum of digits is divisible by 9, then the number is divisible by 9. Example: 729 → 7+2+9=18,
divisible by 9 → so 729 ÷ 9 is exact.

Fast Subtraction
When subtracting from a round number (like 1000, 10000), subtract each digit from 9 and subtract
the last digit from 10. Example: 1000 - 327 = 673.

Rule of 72 (Estimation)
To estimate how long it takes for money to double at interest rate r%, divide 72 by r. Example: At
6% interest, doubling takes ~72 ÷ 6 = 12 years.

Multiplying by 5
Multiply the number by 10, then divide by 2. Example: 48 × 5 = (48×10)/2 = 240.

Squaring Numbers Near 100


For numbers close to 100, use (100+a)(100+a) = 10000 + 200a + a². Example: 103² = 10000 +
200×3 + 9 = 10609.

These tricks are best used with practice. While shortcuts save time, accuracy depends on steady
application. Use this pack as a revision tool before exams or interviews requiring aptitude
problem-solving.

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